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I'm a mother of an adult child who was diagnosed with Sarcoma this past December, 2024. Idk what to do, what to say or how to help my child right now. My parent also became homebound right before I found out and I have been trying to help my 85 yr old parent with daily tasks and meals. My child has been through 2 weeks of chemo, alone the first week, my husband was there the 2nd week by taking my adult child's baby to visit midweek. A friend is going the 3rd week. What should I do ? I can't leave my parent unless a caregiver is in the home and it's over an hour drive to the cancer center one-way.
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That's such a difficult situation you have. I'm the one who had cancer. (64). My parents were needing help. I just couldn't really be there for them. My sister stepped up. She was helping me and my parents.
Listen to your child. Is you child asking for you to be there? Ask your child what is needed.
I didn't want help from my parents, but I'm probably your age and our parents are the same age as your parents. It was different situation, but my mom felt helpless. She wanted to do something to help me.
Hang in there.
Denise
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Do you live in an area that has support care? Check with senior centers and/or social services with your health care provider or county services. At least, in CA, those are some of the options. Some faith organizations may also be able to help. May you get the help you need.